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Consider a memorandum/resolution authorizing a professional services agreement for the design of the Mohawk Drive Roadway Project with Pape Dawson Engineers, LLC, in the amount of $1,417,641.58.
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DATE: October 21, 2025
TO: Kent Cagle, City Manager
FROM: Andrew Zagars, P.E., City Engineer
SUBJECT: Professional Service Agreement with Pape Dawson Engineers, LLC for the design of the Mohawk Drive Roadway Project
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
The Mohawk Drive Roadway Project was discussed at the City Council meeting on September 17, 2024, during the future bond discussion. During the meeting, the Council selected projects to be included in a Certificate of Obligation (CO) Bond for early 2025. The construction of Mohawk was included in those projects. The project is to construct a portion of Mohawk Drive between Bunny Trail and Castle Gap Drive.
On April 1, 2025, the City Council passed an ordinance to issue and sell CO bonds, Series 2025 for select Capital Projects. The construction for the portion of Mohawk Drive was included in those projects.
The project will include the construction of a 3-lane roadway with concrete curb, gutter, and sidewalks for the full length between Bunny Trail and Castle Gap Drive; underground drainage to include a new crossing of the drainage ditch that is a tributary of North Reece Creek; street lighting and street trees; and a water main for the full length of the project.
Staff requested a quote from Pape Dawson Engineers, LLC, for the design of this project based on their experience in designing similar projects, as well as working with the City of Killeen in the past. City staff negotiated a formal proposal with Pape Dawson Engineers, LLC, for the design of the Mohawk Road Construction project in the amount of $1,417,641.58.
THE ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
N/A
Which alternative is recommended? Why?
N/A
CONFORMITY TO CITY POLICY:
Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code (TLGC) Section 252.022(a)(4), this item is exempt from the competitive bidding requirements, as it is an agreement for the procurement of professional services.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
What is the amount of the revenue/expenditure in the current fiscal year? For future years?
The fee for services under this agreement is $1,417,641.58.
Is this a one-time or recurring revenue/expenditure?
This is a one-time occurring expenditure.
Is this revenue/expenditure budgeted?
Yes. Expenditures are budgeted in the Capital Improvement Program as part of an approved, ongoing project, with funding allocated in the Certificate of Obligation, Series 2025 Fund (307), under Design/Engineering account 307-56200-900-450-925014.
If not, where will the money come from?
N/A
Is there a sufficient amount in the budgeted line-item for this revenue/expenditure?
Yes
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute a Professional Service Agreement with Pape Dawson Engineers, LLC, for the design of the Mohawk Drive Roadway Project in the amount of $1,417,641.58, and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute any amendments to the agreement within those amounts set by local and State law.
DEPARTMENTAL CLEARANCES:
Engineering Services
Purchasing
Finance
City Attorney
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Proposal
Agreement
Certificate of Interested Parties
Presentation